Dallam/Hartley Amateur Radio Club (DHARC)

The Dallam/Hartley Amateur Radio Club (DHARC) is a small but dedicated group of amateur radio enthusiasts serving the Dalhart area. This club offers opportunities for local hams to meet, learn, and participate in radio communications, contests, and public service.

Club Overview:

Contact: Jerry M. Edmonds, KB8SEM
Website: dharc.org
Affiliation Date: October 22nd, 2021
Location: Dalhart, TX (West Texas Section)
Club Members: 6
Voting Members: 6
Voting Licensed Amateur Members: 6
Voting ARRL Members: 5

Meeting Information:

When: Weekly on Wednesdays
Where: Integrity Ag Conference Room, Dalhart, TX

Meetings are a great opportunity to connect with other amateur radio enthusiasts in the area and participate in various club activities.

Services and Programs Offered:

Club Newsletter: Provides updates on club activities, upcoming events, and amateur radio topics.
Entry-Level and Higher License Classes: Offering classes to help new operators become licensed and to assist with upgrading existing licenses.
License Test Sessions: The club hosts sessions where individuals can take their amateur radio exams.
On-The-Air Bulletins: Club members can participate in or listen to regular bulletins, enhancing their operating skills.
Packet Radio BBS: The club maintains a bulletin board system (BBS) for packet radio communications.
TVI/RFI Committee: The club addresses issues related to television interference (TVI) and radio frequency interference (RFI).
Repeaters: The club operates repeaters to aid in communication across the area.

Specialties and Activities:

Contests: The club participates in amateur radio contests, promoting friendly competition and skill development.
DX: Members engage in DX (long-distance) communication.
Public Service/Emergency: The club is involved in emergency communications, offering support during local events or disasters.
VHF/UHF: Operations in VHF and UHF bands are part of the club's activities, supporting both local and wider communications.